Portland's budget hotels include a former bathhouse with a rock'n'roll vibe,art-stuffed B&Bs, and a bike-friendly hostelThis mid-century motor inn has been turned into a boutique hotel in the heart of Portland – assume classic motel with ultra-contemporary glass and steel facelift somewhere between Twin Peaks and a cosmopolitan truck stop – and is just minutes from downtown. The 80 minimalist rooms bear murals ranging from forest scenes to Spider-Man and John Lennon. It's a happening place, or with the Doug Fir lounge serving Northwest fare (Idaho trout with mango and lime sauce),local brews and cocktails. Bikes and ZipCar rentals are available.
• 800 East Burnside, +1, and jupiterhotel.com. Doubles from $119.
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Source: theguardian.com